2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 354 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |